Giant bubbles

Giant bubbles float across the expansive square in front of l'Hôtel-de-Ville.

Pastries to perfumes

Ladurée has teamed up with Nina Ricci to create fragrances to go with its macarons.

Making a splash

An effervescent fountain in a courtyard of the Louvre is contrasted against the darkness of the building behind.

Place Dauphine

Place Dauphine reflected in the windows of a restaurant where photographs of Simone Signoret and Yves Montand, who lived next door, decorate a wall.

Pursed lips

The beguiling bag that's been taking Left Bank fashionistas by storm is signed Sonia Rykiel.

Room with a view

The sitting room of this top floor flat opens onto a balcony with majestic views, a perfect spot for an evening apéritif.

Victor is watching

A bust of Victor Hugo keeps an eye on this unusual family run bookshop.